Inventory Associate

Banner Health Corporate; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking an Inventory Associate to handle supply receipt, delivery, and inventory management within the hospital environment in Casper, WY. The role supports multiple departments and ensures par levels are maintained to meet patient care needs.

The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of inventory systems, strong data entry skills, and excellent customer service. This is an entry-level position with growth opportunities in Banner Health's Supply Chain Services division.

Qualifications

• Understanding of inventory management tasks and the ability to work with a computer-based inventory system.
• Accurate data entry and keyboarding skills; effective verbal and written communication.
• Must have demonstrated effective customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Takes daily inventory of assigned storage area and par carts and restocks to par levels.
• Monitors usage and creates utilization reports; consults with staff; recommends changes to inventory and par levels.
• Assists with procurement of special supply needs and equipment as needed.
• Acts as a knowledge resource for staff on supply methods and goods.
• Works independently under supervision and interfaces with vendors when needed.

Skills

Inventory management

Data entry

Customer service

Communication

Reading requisitions

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Inventory software

Procurement system

Job description

Primary City/State: Casper, Wyoming Department Name: Supply Chain Svcs-Hosp Work Shift: Varied Job Category: Supply Chain

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Wyoming Medical Center seeks to transform the lives of those we serve by fostering the highest level of health and wellness in our community and across our region and state. Whether you’re coming in with experience, or just learning the health care industry, Banner Health is a great place to develop and grow your career.

As an Inventory Associate, your ability to provide customer service, work independently and as part of a team will be key to your success in your role. Bring your positive energy to our large and unique team! As an Inventory Associate, you may not help patients directly, but your efforts ensure that the patients here get everything they need during their stay. You will have the opportunity to work with multiple departments, which allows for understanding of internal operations that many outsides of this department do not have.

This an ideal entry level position to gain experience in supply chain and health care with opportunity for growth! Our Supply Chain Services department manages various medical supplies, fills customers supply phone requests, code cart replenishments, incoming deliveries, tanks, and supports other Supply Chain functions. The Inventory Associate position is a critical link between department leadership and the SCS storeroom, ensuring PAR locations are adequately managed for patient care.

Schedule: This is a Full-Time 40 hours a week position, working Monday-Friday 7:30am- 4:00pm.

Banner Wyoming Medical Center is located in the heart of Casper Wyoming. As the state's largest inpatient facility, Wyoming Medical Center is known and highly regarded for its cardiac and stroke services. With 249 beds and a level 2 trauma center, Wyoming Medical Center is proud to serve the entire state of Wyoming.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides supply receipt, delivery and inventory management services to an assigned area or department of the medical center or facility.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Takes a daily inventory of assigned supply storage area and/or clinical department supplies (Par Carts), requisitions and restocks supplies to par levels. Rotates stock and maintains a clean and orderly storage area in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Monitors usage, creates utilization reports, consults with clinical supply liaison or appropriate department staff, recommends changes to inventory and par levels.
• Assists with the procurement of special supply needs and may assist assigned department with the procurement of equipment.
• Acts as a knowledge resource for clinical or other related staff in the area of supply methods and goods.
• Works independently under regular supervision. Follows defined procedures and guidelines. Makes decisions about inventory levels. Represents the interests of the organization when interfacing with vendors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An understanding of inventory management tasks and the ability to work effectively with a computer based inventory management system. Requires accurate data entry and keyboarding skills, the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, the ability to read and interpret supply requisitions and equipment directions. Must have demonstrated effective customer service skills. Positions in Food Service area must be able to learn food handling regulations and pass certification tests as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Previous experience working with medical supplies or food supplies (as applicable) and/or hospital services is strongly preferred and may be required for some work assignments. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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